Women On Fire Ministries

10/20/2026

DOMESTIC ABUSE & VIOLENCE AWARENESS

Beyond the Bruises: The Wounds We Cannot See

“Not all wounds bleed. Not all abuse leaves bruises. And not all suffering is visible.”
Domestic abuse and violence encompass many intricate and often misunderstood forms of harm. It is not limited to physical violence. It can be hidden behind closed doors, masked by smiles, concealed beneath the appearance of a happy family, or justified in the name of love, marriage, authority, or religion.

Abuse can take the form of:
Physical abuse can be hitting, pushing, restraining, or causing bodily harm.
Emotional and psychological abuse such as humiliation, degradation, manipulation, gaslighting, and the deliberate destruction of someone's confidence and peace of mind.

Let's consider verbal abuse which are insults, profanity, threats, intimidation, and words designed to wound and control.
Coercive control includes monitoring, isolation, fear, and the restriction of another person's freedom, choices, and independence.

Oh yes and Financial abuse where there is controlling money, withholding necessities, or using finances to maintain power.
Spiritual abuse, many love twisting Scripture, misusing spiritual authority, or using God and the church to silence, shame, or control another person.

WHAT DOES THE WORD OF GOD SAY?

“The LORD trieth the righteous: but the wicked and him that loveth violence his soul hateth.” Psalm 11:5 (KJV)
“Love worketh no ill to his neighbour: therefore love is the fulfilling of the law.” Romans 13:10 (KJV)
“And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.” Ephesians 4:32 (KJV)

Many quote scriptures but their lives don't align with the word.

God's Word must never be twisted to excuse abuse. Forgiveness does not mean accepting continued mistreatment. Submission does not give anyone permission to inflict harm. Marriage does not erase a person's dignity, and spiritual leadership does not place anyone above accountability.

LET US BREAK THE SILENCE

Behind every closed door, there may be a story we have never heard. Someone may be suffering in silence, questioning their worth, fearing retaliation, or struggling to find the courage to speak.

Do not judge what you do not understand. Do not silence those who seek help. Do not mistake a person's silence for proof that everything is well.
Awareness must lead to action. Faith must be accompanied by compassion. And love must never be used as a weapon of control.
If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, seek safe, confidential support.

If there is immediate danger, contact emergency services.

REMEMBER:
God does not require you to remain in danger to prove your faithfulness. You deserve safety, dignity, compassion, and support.
Let the church be a place of truth, protection, healing, and accountability,not a hiding place for abuse.

We all need to play our part. Abuse is worldwide in and out of the church.

BREAK THE SILENCE. RECOGNIZE THE SIGNS. SUPPORT THE SURVIVORS.

10/20/2026

Are you aware?
What are you doing about it?
Abuse is not only physical! Let that sink in for a minute.
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October is recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the United States. It is a time to raise awareness about domestic abuse, support survivors, and promote prevention.

In Canada, November is recognized as Woman Abuse Prevention Month in Ontario, and November 25 is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
Domestic abuse awareness includes physical, emotional, verbal, sexual, psychological, and financial abuse, as well as threats, intimidation, and controlling behaviour.(Author unknown)

10/16/2026

Ecclesiastes 3:12-14
(12) I know that nothing is better for them than to rejoice, and to do good in their lives, (13) and also that every man should eat and drink and enjoy the good of all his labor—it is the gift of God.
(14) I know that whatever God does,
It shall be forever.
Nothing can be added to it,
And nothing taken from it.
God does it, that men should fear before Him.
Ecclesiastes 3:1 states, “There is a time for every purpose under heaven.” But is the timing right or wrong, bad or good, suitable or unsuitable, ugly or beautiful?

It depends on who chooses the timing. Paul writes in Galatians 4:4, “But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the law.” God set the time for this to occur. It was not happenstance; the timing was fitting. Mark 1:15 shows the same principle: “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand.” Jesus means that the time God set to preach the gospel had been reached. Matthew 26:18, 27-29 contain similar thoughts: The timing of His crucifixion and even the timing of when Jesus will drink w**e again was set. Mark 8:31 reveals that God set the length of time Jesus spent in the grave too.

Acts 1:6-7 adds an important fact:

Therefore, when they had come together, they asked Him, saying, “Lord, will You at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?” And He said to them, “It is not for you to know the times or seasons which the Father has put in His own authority.”

God has sovereignly set the times, including appointing the times for our trials too. Are not times set by men for school tests? The proctor says, “You have 40 minutes, then the test is over.”

Understanding this principle helps us to grasp Solomon's conclusions in Ecclesiastes 3:12-14. Some translations contend that the last phrase is best read as “that men should stand in awe before Him.” When will that take place? It will not truly occur until after the resurrection. Of what will we stand in awe? We will truly admire many things about His glory, but after going through these experiences with Him so closely involved in our lives, what will really strike us with mind-numbing awe is what He has been able to create of us.

God's timing is always good, right, and appropriate. It is up to us to use our faith in Him to remain in a good attitude, using the time that He has set for us to grow, overcome, and meet the responsibilities our trials impose. We deal with nothing as continuously as time. Every day, from the moment we wake up until we go back to sleep, we are watching time, setting times, meeting schedules, calculating how much time we have, etc. This highlights that everything matters because we have only so much time.

While our time is limited, we can live in faith and hope because of the overall message of this magnificent chapter: God is in control of time all the time.

— John W. Ritenbaugh

Learn about Jesus Christ's judgment on Bethsaida for rejecting His miracles and the warning for those who ignore spiritual privileges. Repentance offers hope.

10/16/2026

*_You desire meaningful relationships, a strong marriage, a loving family, and genuine friendships. But lasting relationships don’t happen by chance; they are built through love, commitment, patience, and intentional effort. They require discipline, understanding, forgiveness, and the willingness to stand by one another even when things are not easy._ Godly relationships are built when you choose to love consistently, not just when it is convenient. Sometimes, you must invest your time, put others’ needs before your own, and remain faithful to your commitments before you see the fruit of your efforts. _What you faithfully nurture today can become a source of joy, strength, and blessing tomorrow._*

Colossians 3 v 14 says, *_"But above all these things put on love, which is the bond of perfection."_ Perhaps you hesitate to commit because you fear being disappointed or hurt. But don’t allow yesterday’s disappointments to rob you of tomorrow’s beautiful relationships. Love wholeheartedly, give sincerely, and _trust God to guide your heart with wisdom and discernment._ Remember, commitment does not mean that every day will be perfect; it means choosing to work through challenges with grace, honesty, and love. _God is preparing you for the relationships He desires you to nurture, in the name of Jesus. Author unknown

10/16/2026

GOD WILL ALWAYS BE GOD

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